From NPR Press Release:

“Nik has an impressive track record of leadership in both engineering and media with executive leadership roles,” said NPR President and CEO John Lansing. “As VP Engineering, Nik will help us anticipate and serve the changing needs of a new generation of audio listeners and news consumers, and play a leading role in creating and executing a technical strategy to grow the business. Importantly, Nik has experience overseeing strategic digital work with content partners. .”

“For my family and me, NPR has been a part of our daily lives for years. The wide range of thoughtful content opens up our minds in so many ways! I am excited at the opportunity to help innovate and grow NPR’s technology platforms and consumer applications to provide the best possible experience for listeners and readers,” added Khilnani. “It is an honor to work with such a talented group of colleagues toward the growth and success of NPR and its Member stations.”

Prior to joining NPR, Nik Khilnani served as VP of Engineering at Lurn Inc, Senior Director of Platform Engineering at the Walt Disney Company, and Senior Director, Platform Development, Digital Products Technology at National Geographic. He earned his bachelor’s in computer science from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and his MBA in Marketing and Product Development from the University of Maryland – Robert H. Smith School of Business.

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The contest opens for entries today (Dec 1, 2021) and closes on Feb. 28, 2022. The grand-prize winner will receive $5,000, and the other finalists will receive $500 each. NPR wants to hear the ideas, the issues, the discussions that are bubbling up on campus.

FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
They will begin collecting submissions on December 1, 2021. Professor help or involvement is not required.
The deadline for submissions is February 28, 2022.

FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 5-12
They will begin collecting submissions on January 1, 2021. Submissions must be supported by a teacher.
The deadline for submissions isn March 21, 2022.

Learn More: https://studentpodcastchallenge22.splashthat.com/

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“Michael is a strategic thinker and an extremely creative media executive who has spent his career finding new ways people consume content across an increasingly diverse audience population,” said Lansing. “He is joining NPR at a time when we must extend the reach of our content beyond our traditional audiences to fully serve the American public and he is uniquely qualified to help us do so.”

“It’s essential to NPR’s future that its content and audience reflect America’s full diversity. As a Jamaican immigrant and avid NPR station and podcast listener, I’ve been personally engaged by the new and diverse voices in NPR’s content,” said Smith. “But NPR’s overall audience is still not very diverse. I believe the content has broad appeal to the next generation of audiences, we just need to get our story out to more people. I’m so excited to join a team of talented marketing and communications pros committed to this effort.”

This quote echos a response he made back in 2016 – after being named to the CableFAX Most Influential Minorities in Cable list, and was asked why diversity and inclusion are included in our company’s Core Values. “The key to successful TV is programming that resonates emotionally with the people watching it. If you want to create that kind of content, you need to be sure that you have people from all walks of life making it…” he explains. “That’s why we strive to hire diverse employees, work with diverse on-air talent and partner with diverse suppliers.”

Panel Smith Hosted in 2017

Bio
Michael Smith is the former SVP GM of Digital Video Channels for Scripps Networks Interactive. He’s spent his 30 year career at the intersection of media, technology, and culture, applying creative and strategic acumen to launching, building, and repositioning brands including Disney Channel, Food Network, Cooking Channel, and Genius Kitchen. In his role at Scripps the was focused on creating new video content and brands that leverage the disruptive new ways people consume content and the increasing diversity of today’s audiences. He has a B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society from Stanford, and a MBA from Berkeley.

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In addition to the above, Noelle is keynote speaker, published author, and has delivered countless sessions throughout her career. She is passionate about Mindful Leadership, the use of intention setting to deliver results and improve customer experiences and also coaches leaders to help them to improve focus and deliver incredible results.

She is a wife, mom to 4, and she is passionate about changing the world!

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Overall, when looking at Noelle LaCharite work, she is an evangelist and advocate for women in technology, and passionate about helping people achieve more.  She has taught thousands of people the value and importance of emerging technology through mindful leadership by delivering keynotes, holiding workshops and attending conferences around the world.

** Update:  Noelle Left NPR after roughly 8 Months, in June 2020.

* Read Noelle LaCharite’s Full Bio *

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John Lansing – Quick Profile

NPR Start Date: Mid October, 2020
Age: 62, Born on July 31, 1957, in Minneapolis
Family Status:  Married with 4 Children (Jean Rausch Lansing)
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/johnlansing

Current /Former Roles:

• Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG)
• CEO of the Cable & Telecommunications Association for Marketing
• President of Scripps Networks
• Senior Vice President for Television in the broadcasting division of the E.W. Scripps Company
• Held senior management positions at Scripps-owned affiliates, including WEWS TV in Cleveland, Ohio and WXYZ TV in Detroit, Michigan
• Early in his career – Award-winning Photojournalist and Field Producer, Assignment Manager, Managing Editor, and News Director at several television stations

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2016 – John Lansing leading a moderated a discussion with the members of the International Media Coordinating Council (ICC) about a unified strategy for the future.

NPR Press Release.  NPR Facebook Post with Comments.

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Sheikholeslami is known for her excellence in leadership, integration between new and traditional media forms, quality content, and local coverage.

For more information see the WNYC Press Release.

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